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The Boys Are Back in Town! Eastbourne Serves Up a Seaside Tennis Feast of Men and Women for 2017

2 February 2017

The Aegon International Eastbourne returns to Devonshire Park on 23rd-1st July, and as the men’s tennis re-joins the women’s for the first time in 3 years, 2017 is set to be a spectacular year. So ride the wave of world class tennis this summer, tickets on sale now!

This year, Devonshire Park will play host to an array of world class male and female players, with Eastbourne’s very own Johanna Konta leading the way. The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) today announced that British No.1 and World. No.10 Konta will be returning to her hometown to play this summer.

Speaking about the announcement, Konta said, “Playing at Devonshire Park is very special. I can’t wait to get back on the courts, just a stone’s throw from my family home in Eastbourne. I’ve seen exciting plans for the future of the venue, and with the men coming back this year will no doubt add extra excitement. It’s always an amazing player field, and I'm sure the fans will enjoy lots of world class tennis.”

Early bird tickets go on sale on today, with a £5 discount applicable for adult Centre Court tickets purchased before Thursday 4th May.

Families can enjoy a free, fun-filled day of tennis on Friday 23rd June during the qualifying weekend, where they can watch some of the world’s top players compete for their place in the tournament.

Kids also go free on Saturday 24th-Sunday 25th June and with adult tickets just £5, everyone can experience a day out at the tennis!